June 3, 2004
Name
of product:
Kuru Kuru Hair Dryers
Units: 6,100
Manufacturer: National Electric, of Japan
Importer: Marukyo U.S.A. Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Hazard: These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion
protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water.
Description: The recalled Kuru Kuru model hair dryers include the
following model numbers: EHP798P, EHP790P, EH724V, and EH725PK. The model name
and number can be found on the handle. The recalled units, which come in blue
and pink, do not have an immersion protection device at the end of the plug.
Sold at: Asian retail stores nationwide between January 2002 and
December 2003 for about $27.
Manufactured in: Japan.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the hair dryers immediately and
return them to the store where purchased or to Marukyo U.S.A. Inc. for a
refund.
Consumer Contact: Contact Marukyo U.S.A. collect at (213) 488-0707
between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or by email at marukyo@sbcglobal.net
Media Contact: Mary Kanai at (213) 488-0707.